Phlebotomist / Front Desk (2nd Shift)

The Phlebotomist / Front Desk is responsible for receiving and processing biological specimens such as blood, urine, etc. at our Humboldt Park, Chicago area, Simple Laboratories location. Functions performed typically include data entry of lab requests, labeling patient specimens, and other pre-analytic tasks in preparation for laboratory testing, according to standard operating procedures. Additional support tasks such as performing phlebotomy, inventory management and assisting Pathology may be assigned, along with greeting and processing walk-in patients.

Two Available Schedules: 2nd Shift: 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM with alternating weekends

Essential Job Functions

• Prepares and organizes samples for testing, for example, sample racking, aliquoting and tube preparation.
• Monitors turnaround time for efficiency and quality results.
• Provide feedback to Laboratory management regarding potential/ongoing process or employee issues within Specimen Processing
• Process clinical laboratory specimens with an emphasis on accuracy, timeliness, completeness, and compliance.
• Confirm client, patient, and specimen details to ascertain adequacy and appropriateness of specimens.
• Data enter test requests into the Laboratory Information System (LIS) and apply appropriate barcoded labels to patient specimens or scan pre-existing barcodes.
• Ensure that specimens are labeled appropriately; escalate discrepancies for resolution as needed.
• Centrifuge and/or aliquot specimens as required.
• Pre-sort specimens for delivery to technical departments.
• Retrieve specimens from storage as necessary for add-on testing.
• Handle and dispose of all specimens following biohazardous waste precautions and applicable safety policies.
• Ensure clean, decontaminated workspaces per Safety protocols.
• Investigate and resolve specimen issues or test issues to ensure timely and accurate reporting of results.
• Consult with technical departments regarding acceptability of patient specimens as needed and timely escalate issues appropriately.
• Perform required maintenance on Specimen Processing equipment such as centrifuges, printers, incubators, freezers, and refrigerators, document appropriately.
• Collection of patients specimens' blood or urine with accuracy for hospital patients and walk-ins.
• Maintain accurate and complete records of problems and resolutions related to specimen processing, inventory, and equipment.
• Meet or exceed all performance expectations to include attendance and adherence to work schedule.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  
  

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• 1 – 2 years of laboratory experience preferred.
• Phlebotomy certification or completion of accredited phlebotomy training program required.
• At least 1 year of work experience as a phlebotomist required.
• Familiarity or training with Pathology a plus.
  
  
  

Additionally, the position requires the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Attention to detail
• Strong data entry and organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to interact with peers collaboratively to facility strong team cohesiveness
• Ability to multitask and maintain focus within a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to problem-solve if need.
• Ability to learn policies and procedures and apply them in the workplace.
• Comfortable handling potentially infectious biological specimens; adherence to all applicable PPE and other Laboratory Safety policies
• Bilingual Spanish a plus.
  
  
  

Benefits

• 401(K)
• 401(k) Matching
• Paid Time Off
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• STD / LTD insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Critical Illness insurance
• Accident Insurance
  
  
  

About Simple Laboratories

Simple Laboratories is a Chicago-based growing clinical laboratory, and we're driven to set a new standard in healthcare for patient care and customer support. This means developing the most efficient processes, monitoring operations and test results tirelessly and making our services accessible to patients. We have a dedicated and passionate team of lab technicians, phlebotomists, sales, IT and administrative staff and are looking for a candidate who can make an impact on the organization. Our employees are engaged, collaborative and team focused, while working together to provide the best service to our clients and patients.